Program Director, Financial Wellness Initiative
Listed on 2026-08-03
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Program Director, Financial Wellness Initiative Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Position Announcement
Proposed Start Date
Proposed Start Date 08/01/2026
Classification Title
Classification Title Academic Services
Rank
Rank N
- No Rank
Working Title
Working Title Program Director, Financial Wellness Initiative
Department
Position Number
Position Number D92237
Representation
Representation UU
- Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable
Renewable Renewable
End date, if applicable
End date, if applicable 02/28/2030
Position FTE
Position FTE 1.0
Tenure Status N - not applicable
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is a public institution chartered by the State of Oregon and is fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Founded in 1946 as an extension school for GIs returning home after World War II, PSU is now Oregon’s only urban public research university encompassing 50 city blocks, nine schools and colleges, and offers over 200 degree programs.
During the most recent academic year, 19,687 students were enrolled at PSU , including approximately 900 international students from 61 countries. PSU currently employs approximately 5,200 people, including 1,500 research and instructional faculty members.
Our mission to “Let Knowledge Serve the City” reflects our dedication to finding creative, sustainable solutions to local and global problems. Our location in the heart of Portland, one of America’s most dynamic cities, gives our students unmatched access to career connections and an internationally acclaimed culture scene. “U.S. News & World Report” ranks us among the nation’s most innovative universities.
The School of Business is one of ten schools or colleges at PSU offering seven masters programs in addition to an undergraduate program.
Position Summary
The full-time Program Director will lead the School of Business Financial Wellness Initiative, “Investing for the Future.” This initiative equips students with foundational knowledge in personal finance, investing, and long-term wealth building, with a focus on advancing social and economic mobility. The Program Director will oversee program strategy, operations, and partnerships while contributing to teaching and curriculum development related to personal finance.
As appropriate, the Program Director role may also include involvement in accreditation and Assurance of Learning management. The Program Director will report directly to the Dean, but in the position’s capacity also works collaboratively with all faculty and staff, the Associate Deans of Undergraduate and Graduate Programs, the Associate Dean of Faculty & Research and the Assistant Dean of Student Success.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in financial advisory, wealth management, or related industry
- Demonstrated ability to teach or train individuals in personal finance or related topics
- Experience managing programs, projects, or operations
- Strong knowledge of personal finance, investing, and financial markets
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- Prior teaching experience in higher education
- Professional certifications such as CFP , CFA , or similar
- Experience working with diverse and underserved student populations
- Familiarity with IRA /Roth IRA regulations and financial education programming
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Work Days/Hours 40 hours/week; minimum of 4 days in person; possible…
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